Specialist Learning Support Tutor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with specific learning needs? Do you have the skills to inspire, support, and empower learners to achieve their potential? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our team on full or part-time hours, on a term time only, permanent, or fixed term, basis, working closely with our Head of Inclusive Learning and Development to adopt innovative approaches to manage, develop, and promote Learning Support across all of Plumpton College’s campuses. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in ensuring that students with SEND are assessed effectively and that their progress is monitored. The postholder will work with the Head of Inclusive Learning and Development and Leads to ensure that students' learning needs are met through provision, planning and monitoring and through ILPs (individual learning plans) mirroring final exams Access Arrangements in 1-1s, small group support, and bespoke support sessions as required. The postholder will have extensive knowledge of SEND and the EHCP review process, and will be familiar with all legislation. A professional, hardworking individual who will be a confident team player who is passionate about delivering the best possible support to our students. What You’ll Do: Conduct assessments for Exam Access Arrangements. Provide one-to-one and group academic support for students with specific learning difficulties (SpLD) and SEND. Lead and develop small group interventions and workshops tailored to diverse learner needs. Carry out annual reviews for students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). Collaborate with colleagues to design inclusive learning strategies. Stay up to date with assistive technologies and learning resources. Support curriculum planning and delivery through initial assessments. What We’re Looking For: A teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent). Level 7 qualification to assess for Exam Access Arrangements (or willingness to achieve it). Expertise in supporting learners with SpLD, SEMH, and SEND. Strong problem-solving skills and a flexible, collaborative approach. Comprehensive IT skills and a passion for student success. Desirable: Supervisory experience or qualifications. With over 3,000 students, excellent resources and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development. At Plumpton College we are Ambitious & Progressive, Enterprising, Professional, Supportive, and Passionate about everything we do – if you share these values and would like to be part of our growing team then we’d like to hear from you. What we offer: As well as a competitive salary, you can also look forward to a great range of benefits including: up to 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas; membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme; comprehensive CPD and teacher training (where applicable); TOTUM card; Employee Assistance Programme; free onsite parking; discounted Plumpton wine; staff discounts on Plumpton courses; free eye tests; cycle to work scheme; and free use of the onsite gym. Join Our Mission! We are ambitious, professional, and passionate about creating a supportive learning community. If you’re ready to inspire and empower students to achieve their best, we’d love to hear from you. We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis. Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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